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Support for Veterans Get Outside Day

The House of Representatives expresses support for designating June 9 as “Veterans Get Outside Day”. This initiative aims to encourage veterans to engage in outdoor activities, which has a positive impact on their mental health and helps combat issues like PTSD and depression. The goal is to improve well-being and reduce feelings of isolation among veterans.
Key points
Designation of June 9 as “Veterans Get Outside Day” to promote physical activity and connection with nature.
Supporting veterans' mental health by encouraging outdoor time, which can reduce depression risk and improve mood.
Coordination among government agencies like the Department of Veterans Affairs, Forest Service, and National Park Service to promote this day.
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Additional Information
Expressing support for the designation of June, 9, 2024 in June as "Veterans Get Outside Day".
Print number: HRES 1225
Sponsor: Rep. Graves, Garret [R-LA-6]
Process start date: 2024-05-14